As we continue our rapid expansion, acquisitions will be a major component of our growth strategy. Below are the acquisition criteria for companies and products that are desirable for our consideration.

Business Types

1. We seek "Manufacturing Companies" or "Product Lines" of value-added Industrial engineered products that have strong brand recognition.
2. Companies or Products that have broad industrial customer bases.
3. Companies or Products that are niche-oriented and innovative.

Financial

1. We are interested in strong operating financial performance that can be built upon. Above average EBIT's are the norm at our operating companies; however, financially deprived companies or products are also of interest.
2. We seek companies and products that are market leaders or have the potential to be.
3. We are cash buyers. Our acquisition team moves very rapidly and professionally; we expect to do a thorough due diligence review, sign a fair agreement and close within 45 to 60 days after signing a letter of intent.

Process

• We expect all parties to sign confidentiality agreements.
• Initial contact should be made with Ronald V. Andronaco, President & CEO, by way of either phone at 616-554-1100, private fax 616-554-9889 or email at RVA@andronacosas.com.